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by Arizona's Family (3TV & CBS 5)
Lovers of Arizona, join us under the Sonoran Sky! Each week, Arizona's Family First Alert Meteorologists will bring you in-depth and entertaining conversations on our state's weather, natural wonders, gardening, hiking, and outdoor activities. Your time under the Sonoran Sky will help you understand how the weather impacts your life.
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- Yesterday28 min
An impressive monsoon so far, but what's to come?
July has been "Jekyll & Hyde." Rainfall totals at Sky Harbor International Airport are showing below-average rainfall totals for the monsoon so far. First Alert Meteorologists Pete Mangione and Royal Norman discuss why the Sky Harbor rain gauge is used when it often doesn't accurately depict how much rain the entire Valley gets. Plus, Arizona is seeing a string of extreme heat but the high humidity is the culprit for keeping our overnight lows in the mid-90s. Today's guests are Tom Frieders, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service and Dan Henz, Flood Warning Program Manager with the Flood Control District of Maricopa County. They don't have any money in "predictive markets", but Pete, Royal, Tom, and Dan predict how the monsoon is going to go for the rest of the season. Will we see more Haboobs and how will the "Super" El Niño impact the monsoon in August and September?
- 2 weeks ago27 min
El Niño's impact on Arizona Monsoon
First Alert Meteorologist Royal Norman discusses the so-called "Super El Niño," which is intensifying and is expected to boost the monsoon later this season. Also, Shel Winkley and Tom Di Liberto with Climate Central explain what "Marine Cloud Brightening" is and how this theory could bring ocean temps down. Plus, simple and proven ways to cool Arizona down that we can all start doing now.
- 4 weeks ago27 min
Will data centers super-charge Phoenix’s urban heat dome?
Arizona State University's data centers & heat study went viral when it was released in May 18, 2026. First Alert Meteorologist Royal Norman talks to study author David Sailor about how they got their findings driving around Phoenix neighborhoods. They also break down why data centers use so much heat and some possible solutions on how to use that heat for good.
- 4 weeks ago27 min
Toilet-to-Tap: Where you'll probably get your future water
ASU Water Law Professor Rhett Larson tells First Alert Meteorologist Royal Norman how safe it is to drink treated wastewater and why Arizonans shouldn't panic about water issues. They also discuss how the Colorado Water Compact fell apart and why states are fighting over their supply. And, can Arizona benefit from desalination in San Diego?
- Mar 18, 202622 min
Teaching students how to do the weather on TV
Doing the weather on TV might seem simple, but for students just starting out, it’s anything but. Marisa Ferger sits down with First Alert Meteorologist Pete Mangione to explain how mastering this craft takes dedication, practice, and plenty of hard work.
- Mar 11, 202622 min
The beauty and dangers of Arizona lightning
Arizona offers some of the most majestic lightning pictures in the world. But it is also important to stay safe when snapping those beautiful pictures. We talked with two experts, including an author who wrote a book about Arizona lightning.
- Mar 4, 202620 min
Things to Do in Arizona Before It Gets Too Hot
Summer is just around the corner and before it gets too hot in Arizona, we are speaking with Josh Coddington of the Arizona Office of Tourism about some outdoor bucket list items you have to check out!
- Feb 25, 202620 min
Keeping Spring Training Grass Green
Play ball! We talk with Surprise Head Field Manager Eric Roberts about getting the baseball fields ready for Spring Training. He also gives us tips on how to keep your grass green in this desert climate.
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Lovers of Arizona, join us under the Sonoran Sky! Each week, Arizona's Family First Alert Meteorologists will bring you in-depth and entertaining conversations on our state's weather, natural wonders, gardening, hiking, and outdoor activities. Your time under the Sonoran Sky will help you understand how the weather impacts your life.
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